Cesare ordered the entire forest surrounding the hunting grounds to be sealed off until the mastermind was revealed. Then, he announced he would return to the duchy for treatment.
The imperial physician, who had been on standby for emergencies, rushed forward to offer first aid. But Cesare refused even that. Despite Leon's urgent pleas, Cesare insisted on leaving immediately with his knights, heading straight for the ducal estate without delay.
It wasn't until they arrived at the duchy that Eileen finally regained her composure. Once she realized they were now in a safe place, her body seemed to surrender to the tension, and her strength drained away.
Treatment should have begun immediately, but Cesare showed no sign of urgency. Instead, he gave orders to seal the estate.
Servants locked the gates, and soldiers set up a tight perimeter around the residence. Through it all, Cesare kept one hand on Eileen.
